Low Fat Homemade KFC Zinger Burger

Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a fast-food favorite with this Low Fat Homemade KFC Zinger Burger recipe! Perfectly spiced chicken fillets are marinated in a flavorful buttermilk blend, breaded with wholesome whole wheat breadcrumbs, and baked to golden perfection for a crispy, juicy bite—no deep frying required. Topped with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and a creamy homemade spicy sauce, all nestled in lightly toasted whole wheat buns, this burger brings all the zing without the extra calories. Ready in under an hour, it's the ultimate healthy comfort food that's packed with flavor, ideal for lunch or dinner. Enjoy a satisfying and nutritious alternative to the classic fast-food Zinger!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 whole Chicken breast
• 120 ml Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 100 grams Whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 1 bottle Olive oil spray
• 2 pieces Whole wheat burger buns
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 1 large Tomato
• 2 tablespoons Light mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create thinner fillets. Pound to an even thickness for better cooking.

Step 2

In a bowl, mix buttermilk with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken fillets to this mixture, ensuring they are well-coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 4

In a shallow bowl, place the whole wheat breadcrumbs.

Step 5

Remove chicken fillets from the buttermilk mixture and let excess marinade drip off. Coat each fillet thoroughly with breadcrumbs, pressing them into the breadcrumbs to ensure they stick well.

Step 6

Place the coated fillets on the prepared baking tray and lightly spray both sides with olive oil spray.

Step 7

Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown, turning halfway through for even crispiness.

Step 8

Meanwhile, slice the tomato into rounds and prepare the lettuce leaves. Mix light mayonnaise, hot sauce, and lemon juice in a small bowl to create the spicy sauce.

Step 9

To assemble, lightly toast the whole wheat burger buns if desired. Spread a spoonful of spicy sauce onto the bottom half of each bun.

Step 10

Place a baked chicken fillet on top, followed by slices of tomato, and lettuce leaves.

Step 11

Finish by spreading a small amount of spicy sauce on the top bun before placing it on the burger.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your low-fat homemade KFC Zinger Burger.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1101.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3183.7

Total Fat 266.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 225.0mg	0%
Sodium 6571.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.9g	0%
Total Sugars 34.1g
Protein 102.0g	0%

Vitamin D 64.4IU	0%
Calcium 497.3mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 1812.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.9%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 18.2%